FLVS Career Research and Decision Making Module 1 Study Guide

interests

the likes and dislikes of people that affect their choices

Artistic

People in this Holland Code are "creators"; they are creative and enjoy expressing themselves through art, music, dance, writing, and drama. These workers may seek out free, unstructured environments.

Artistic

Examples of workers in this Holland Code are dancers, fashion designers, artists, and musicians.

Investigative

People in this Holland Code are "thinkers"; they like using their minds to solve problems. They often excel in science and math, and are independent thinkers and may enjoy puzzles and games based on logic.

Investigative

Examples of workers in this Holland Code are professors, computer designers, surgeons, and scientists.

Realistic

People in this Holland Code are "doers"; they are generally active, "hands-on" workers who like working with tools and equipment, are often athletic, and enjoy the outdoors.

Realistic

Examples of people in this Holland Code are astronauts, firefighters, paramedics, and veterinarians.

Social

People in this Holland Code are "helpers"; they value their relationships with other people and they like helping others and seek out opportunities to give advice or otherwise interact with people.

Social

Examples of people in this Holland Code are counselors, nurses, teachers, and occupational therapists.

Conventional

People in this Holland Code are "organizers"; they are very organized, structured workers. They like accomplishing their work step-by-step and are good record-keepers.

Conventional

Example of people in this Holland Code are accountants, secretaries, bankers, and proofreaders.

Enterprising

People in this Holland Code are "persuaders"; they like leadership roles, as well as sales. They often have good verbal abilities and can talk people into doing things their way.

Enterprising

Examples of people in this Holland Code are lawyers, managers, salespersons, and journalists.

16 National Career Clusters

An organizational tool that links education with business and industry through 16 broad career areas.

intrinsic value

a value that comes from a feeling within

extrinsic value

a value that comes from an outside motivation

Achievement

People in this category of values want to see results, like an architect who gets to see the building after it is completed. To them, there's nothing better than that feeling of accomplishment.

Independence

People in this category of values need to make their own decisions, like a writer who comes up with new ideas for a novel. To them, there's nothing better than feeling responsible for a new project.

Recognition

People in this category of values need to be rewarded for a job well done, like an office worker who gets a raise or a promotion after finishing a difficult task. To them, there's nothing better than feeling recognized for doing it right.

Relationships

People in this category of values need to get along with their co-workers, like an athlete who depends on the rest of the team to win the game. To them, there's nothing better than feeling like you're all on the same page.

Support

People in this category of values need to feel confident that their manager is on their side, like a doctor who may struggle through tough days or have to make difficult decisions. To them, there's nothing better than feeling supported by the organization.

Working Conditions

People in this category of values need to feel confident that their job meets their personal needs, like a person who may want to have things change every week, or the person who prefers things to be more predictable. To them, there's nothing better than feeling at home at the workplace.

basic skills

What skills are the building blocks that help you succeed in your career, like reading comprehension and active listening?

workplace skills

What are the general skills that help you succeed in your career, like digital literacy, interpersonal skills, and the ability to manage resources?

transferable skills

What are the skills that you have acquired during any activity in your life that you can "take with you"?

speaking effectively

What is an example of a communication skill?

writing clearly

What is an example of a communication skill?

listening attentively

What is an example of a communication skill?

expressing ideas

What is an example of a communication skill?

leading group discussion

What is an example of a communication skill?

identifying problems

What is an example of a research and planning skill?

imagining alternatives

What is an example of a research and planning skill?

identifying resources

What is an example of a research and planning skill?

gathering information

What is an example of a research and planning skill?

solving problems

What is an example of a research and planning skill?

expressing feelings

What is an example of a human relations skill?

providing support for others

What is an example of a human relations skill?

motivating

What is an example of a human relations skill?

sharing credit

What is an example of a human relations skill?

cooperating

What is an example of a human relations skill?

introducing new ideas

What is an example of a organization, management, and leadership skill?

handling details

What is an example of a organization, management, and leadership skill?

coordinating tasks

What is an example of a organization, management, and leadership skill?

managing groups

What is an example of a organization, management, and leadership skill?

delegating responsibility

What is an example of a organization, management, and leadership skill?

implementing decisions

What is an example of a work survival skill?

cooperating

What is an example of a work survival skill?

enforcing policies

What is an example of a work survival skill?

being punctual

What is an example of a work survival skill?

managing time

What is an example of a work survival skill?